Maintenance Technician (2-2-3 Nights Schedule)

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 43,793 - 63,507; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Niagara Bottling, LLC in Bloomfield, Connecticut is seeking a skilled maintenance technician. The ideal candidate will be responsible for equipment uptime, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and collaborating with a team to enhance operations.

The position requires a minimum of 4 years experience and exceptional problem-solving capabilities, with pay ranging from $31.79 to $46.10 hourly.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Willingness to be a technical leader within the plant.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment uptime through troubleshooting and repairs.
• Collaborate with machine operators to resolve mechanical issues.
• Create and report repairs throughout the shift.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Shop equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in manufacturing or related field

Tools

Hydraulic and mechanical presses

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Responsibilities

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
• Ensure equipment uptime through timely troubleshooting and repair of production equipment, facilities, and auxiliary systems.
• Collaborate with machine operators, supervisors, and maintenance mechanics to resolve mechanical issues.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipment.
• Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at the facility.
• Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara's defined processes.
• Maintain industrial control systems.
• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs safely and timely.
• May fill in for production operator as needed.
• Create and report repairs throughout shift; complete required work order paperwork and document parts and material usage.
• Understand and follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting and machine operation. Use personal protective equipment where required.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to ensure equipment and facility uptime.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in field or similar maintenance environment.
• 4 years of experience in the position.
• 4 years of experience managing people/projects.

Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective communication of issues and solutions to cross‑functional team members.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics: electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic.
• Skilled in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill, lathe, and assorted power tools.
• Proficient skills with precision measuring equipment (calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, depth gauges).
• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of plant or machine center.
• Will need own toolbox and basic tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in field or similar manufacturing environment.
• 6 years of experience working in the position.
• 6 years of experience managing people/projects.

Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

• Experience in high‑speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries.
• Experience with the following technologies:
  • Variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor.
  • Rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler.
  • Thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing.
  • Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment.
  • HVAC including chillers and/or air compressors.
  • Experience working with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting.
  • Skilled in fabrication capabilities such as cutting and welding (MIG, TIG, or stick).
  • Skilled working with electrical systems including 480VAC & 24VDC power.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics for process and instrumentation diagrams.
  • Skilled in the repair of variable frequency drives, servo motors and controllers, communication systems (ASI‑bus, CAN‑bus, PROFIBUS, Ethernet), PLC input/output cards, and safety modules.

Competencies

Lead Like an Owner

• Make safety the number one priority.
• Keep alert for safety issues and escalates immediately.
• Effectively prioritize tasks based on department goals.
• Show respect to others and confront interpersonal issues directly.
• Prioritize resolution of customer issues effectively.
• Respond promptly and honor commitments to internal and external customers.

InnovACT

• Make recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, or products.
• Demonstrate adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes.
• Increase performance through greater efficiency.

Find a Way

• Seek to develop technical knowledge through learning from experts.
• Understand interdepartmental impact of decisions and actions.
• Seek solutions rather than placing blame.

Empowered to be Great

• Consistently look for ways to improve oneself through growth and development opportunities.
• Communicate clearly and promptly up, down, and across.
• Communicate effectively to manage expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or other similar manufacturing‑related specialization.

Compensation

Pay Rate Type: Hourly $31.79 – $46.10 / Hourly

Benefits

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
• Medical, including virtual care options.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members.
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation as well as adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements.
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan.
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities.
• And more!

EEO Statement

Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.